GEM remains a highly intentional community of proptech builders, operators, investors, and advisors—spanning roles, sectors, and geographies across the Built World.

Looking back on 2025, there is much to be proud of. Despite continued macro uncertainty across real estate and venture, the community stayed active, curious, and deeply engaged. We convened more in-...

For the first time in modern history, an entire generation faces the prospect of being permanently priced out of homeownership, with long-term consequences for wealth accumulation, community stability, and economic mobility. At the same time, the philanthropic landscape has quietly changed. Donor-advised funds have accumulated unprecedented levels of capital, much of it sitti...

The GEM Soirée series continues in Orange County, this edition co-hosted with Coleton Boyer, Greg Robertson and 

In my twenty years in real estate technology, I’ve watched the industry shift through waves of advancing technology, regulatory change, evolving tenant expectations and new market pressures. Today, one challenge stands out from the rest for tech leaders in our industry: navigating the increasingly complex battle between privacy and security. 

The number of fraudst...

I’m not sure how to reflect on 2025, other than to say we’ve seen this before: lawsuits, discount brokerage plays, rough fundraising waters, M&A, and AI upheaval. David Bluhm’s 2025 “more of the same” pred...